Nathan Hawke was struggling for comprehension. Before he left Britain he sent out runners across the towns and cities to put up posters which read:
BEWARE BLACK MOON GATES HAVE APPEARED ACROSS THE TOWNS
Once they have turned purple they seem to be active - do not approach them but rally the army and be ready for an all out assault!
I will be at the Counsellors' Hall should I be needed to help defend our cities.
As of now we must act as one to drive the demon Mericles away and protect our citizens!
Signed
Nathan Hawke - Commander of the Royal Guard
Source: WARNING!